1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,496 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago has manual transmission. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Silverado | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 6496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
